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The human tooth enables us to eat a variety of foods, speak clearly, and even aid in shaping our faces. Teeth are composed of various elements that work together. Here's a detailed look at the anatomy of a human tooth.
The Crown, Neck, and Root
The visible part of the tooth is referred to as the crown. It's covered by enamel, the hardest substance in the human body. The crown is uniquely shaped for each type of tooth, allowing for different functions such as cutting, tearing, or grinding food.
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Systematic Approach to Identify Novel Antimicrobial and Antibiofilm Molecules from Plants' Extracts and Fractions to Prevent Dental Caries
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Published on: March 31, 2021

Caries removal in primary teeth--a systematic review.

Jainara Maria Soares Ferreira1, Sérgio Luiz Pinheiro, Fábio Correia Sampaio

  • 1Faculty of Dentistry, University of Pernambuco, Camaragibe, Brazil. jainara.s@ig.com.br

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Minimally invasive dental procedures, specifically partial or non-mechanical removal of carious tissue, are effective for arresting caries lesions in primary teeth. This approach offers a viable option for managing dental caries.

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Systematic Approach to Identify Novel Antimicrobial and Antibiofilm Molecules from Plants' Extracts and Fractions to Prevent Dental Caries

Published on: March 31, 2021

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Cariology
  • Pediatric Dentistry

Background:

  • Dental caries remains a significant global oral health issue, particularly in primary teeth.
  • Traditional methods of caries removal can involve extensive tissue removal, potentially impacting tooth structure.
  • The optimal extent of carious tissue removal is a subject of ongoing clinical debate.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review the literature regarding the ideal limit for carious tissue removal in primary teeth.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of different carious tissue removal techniques in arresting caries lesions.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic review of English-language articles published between 2000 and 2010 was conducted.
  • Databases searched included Medline, Cochrane, and PubMed.
  • Randomized clinical trials focusing on total, partial, and/or non-mechanical removal of carious tissue in primary teeth were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • An initial search identified a large number of abstracts, with 151 excluded.
  • Six references met the initial inclusion criteria for full-text review.
  • Three studies were ultimately selected as potentially relevant to the review.

Conclusions:

  • Minimally invasive dental procedures are a viable strategy for managing and arresting dental caries lesions.
  • Partial or non-mechanical removal of carious tissue demonstrates a favorable outcome in arresting caries progression in primary teeth.